Labour's candidate in Newark says she is pulling out of certain election campaign events because of the threats
A Nottinghamshire general election candidate says she has been working with police after receiving threats to her personal safety. Saj Ahmad, standing as the Labour Party candidate in Newark , says she is pulling out of upcoming election campaign events as a result of the threats.
"These incidents have been reported to thepolicewho are taking appropriate action. I would like to thank them for their reassuring support. I have taken action to ensure the safety of my team and our volunteers."The nasty actions of a misguided few are designed to despoil our democracy, which should be free from abuse and threats. The safety of myself and those around me has to be of the utmost priority.
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